Richard Hodgson Custom Knife

Boulder, Co

Blade Length:	2 1/2 inches	Overall Length:	6 inches
Closed Length:	3 1/2 inches	Sheath/Case:	Zipper Pouch

Blade Steel:	ATS-34
Bolster/Guard:	416 Stainless
Handle Material:	Presentation Grade Mother of Pearl

Comments: As many of you know, Colorado knife maker Richard Hodgson was one of of the most highly regarded knife makers ever to produce folders. He spent most of his career working for NASA making one of-a-kind high-precision parts for spacecraft, and he made knives on the side until his premature death a little more than a year ago. Hodgson's fit and finish were second to none, and he was especially well known for his innovative bearings, fasteners and release mechanisms.

A maker who was highly regarded by his peers, Hodgson was also a member of the prestigiousArt Knife Invitational (AKI) and did not make very many knives by today's standards, although exactly how many he did make remains unclear. Always tough to find during his lifetime, these remarkable folders have become even more difficult to obtain since his death.

Fans of fine engraving will no doubt recognize the name of Master Steve Lindsay. Perhaps the most highly regarded engraver of his generation, Steve is no longer engraving knives, which makes the difficult now almost impossible to find! This dagger blade Hodgson has an escutcheon that is fully integral with the frame, and is fully covered in gold engraving. The particular knife is quite well known, and has been featured in a number of knife publications and magazine articles. We are proud to offer this exquisite and unique piece for the very descriminating engraved knife collector.